Ragini - Actor Profile

Ragini

Acting
Updated: Apr 12, 2026
35Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Mar 27, 1937
Birth Place: Thiruvananthapuram, Travancore

About Ragini

Ragini (27 March 1937 – 30 December 1976) was an Indian danseuse and actress. She was the youngest of the famed Travancore Sisters; Lalitha, Padmini and Ragini. She started her acting career in the mid-1950s along with her sister Padmini and has acted in movies of different Indian languages, including Malayalam, Hindi, Tamil and Telugu. She also starred opposite Shammi Kapoor in film Mujrim (1958). The era of dance in Hindi cinema is considered to have begun with the entrance of Ragini and other South Indian actresses. Ragini died of breast cancer in 1976. She had acted in many dramas also.

Ragini Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Ragini reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 35 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Ragini's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 6% of Ragini's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.

One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Ye Dil Kisko Doon, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Ragini Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Ragini's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Ragini has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1972 Lakshyam - Flop Similar →
1972 Aromalunni Unniyarcha Flop Similar →
1971 Ernakulam Junction - Flop Similar →
1971 Lankadahanam - Flop Similar →
1971 Poompatta - Flop Similar →
1970 Aranazhika Neram Deenamma Flop Similar →
1970 Navagraham Akilaandam Flop Similar →
1970 Othenante makan Thekkumpattu Kunji Flop Similar →
1965 Aadhi Raat Ke Baad - Average Similar →
1963 Naan Vanangum Deivam Kalaivani Flop Similar →
1963 Ye Dil Kisko Doon Sherry Super Hit Similar →
1963 Shikari Rita Flop Similar →
1962 Bharya Leela Flop Similar →
1962 Vikramaadhithan Princess Vairamalai Flop Similar →
1962 Puthiya Akasam Puthiya Bhoomi - Flop Similar →
1962 Veluthampi Dalawa Jagadambika Flop Similar →
1962 Rani Samyuktha Amrawathi Flop Similar →
1961 Sabarimala Sree Ayyappan Mahishi Flop Similar →
1961 Punar Janmam Pushpa Flop Similar →
1961 Unniyarcha Unniyarcha Flop Similar →
1960 Parthiban Kanavu Valli Flop Similar →
1958 Nairu Pidicha Pulivalu Thankam Flop Similar →
1958 Mujrim Uma Average Similar →
1958 The Eternal Lamp - Flop Similar →
1957 Thaskaraveeran Shobha Flop Similar →
1957 Payal - Average Similar →
1955 Santosham Dancer Average Similar →
1955 Koteeswaran Kamala Flop Similar →
1955 Gomathiyin Kaadhalan Dancer Flop Similar →
1955 Mangayar Thilakam Neela Flop Similar →
1954 Thookku Thookki Mallika Flop Similar →
1953 Ponkathir - Flop Similar →
1951 Devaki Self - Dancer Flop Similar →
1950 Ezhai Padum Paadu Self - Dancer Super Hit Similar →
1950 Prasanna - Flop Similar →

Ragini - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Ragini?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ragini is "Ye Dil Kisko Doon" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Ragini acted in?

Ragini has been featured in at least 35 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Ragini?

Other notable films include "Ezhai Padum Paadu", "Santosham", and "Aadhi Raat Ke Baad".

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